Autism Practitioner

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday pro rata

Fully funded SVQ training

Life assurance

Pension (Employer match)

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Scottish Autism is seeking committed Autism Practitioners to support a young autistic man as he shapes a new service. You will work closely with him to build routines, support daily activities, and foster independence in a home-based, 2:1 setting.

The role requires flexibility for shifts including weekends/evenings; a full UK driving licence is beneficial. PVG/SSSC checks are required, and the organization offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in care/support work with autistic individuals.
• Develop personalised support plans.
• Willingness to undergo PVG/SSSC checks.
• Shift patterns including weekends/evenings.
• Full UK driving licence beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with the supported person.
• Support the person to take part in chosen activities.
• Continuously develop personalised support plans with the supported people, their support network, and other stakeholders.
• Complete tasks to maintain home and support with personal care.
• Undertake shift work, including weekends and evenings.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Flexibility

Driving licence

Job description

Full Time and Part Time positions available

Pay Scale:

Starting at

£13.45 per hour, rising to £13.67 after engagement. Opportunity to progress to £14.15 at your own pace.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles

Ref: SA1226

About us:

At Scottish Autism we acknowledge the specialist support our staff provide toautisticpeople, thereforethose carrying out supportwork are known as Autism Practitioners. We are committed to supporting over 60 autistic adults across Fife, providing personalised care across a variety of settings. Our services range in their level of complexity and have varying staffing ratios including 1:1 and 2:1 support.

About the Role

We're looking for committed, compassionate, and creative Autism Practitioners to support a young autistic man as he shapes his brand-new service.

This isn't just a job — it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter in someone's life. You'll work alongside him as he builds his future, explores new opportunities, and develops the confidence and skills to live a fulfilling life.

A

full UK driving licence

would be beneficial (although not essential), as he enjoys scenic drives and visiting quiet local parks. This is a

2:1 support service

, where you'll help him engage in sensory activities at home, develop independent living skills, and build meaningful daily routines. He has a passion for music, enjoys relaxing in his hot tub, and values spending time doing the things that make him happy and comfortable.

If you're someone who brings creativity, patience, and a positive attitude to your support, we'd love to hear from you and help create a service that truly makes a difference.

Key responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with the supported person
• To support people to take part in their chosen activities.
• Continuously develop personalised support plans with the supported people, their support network, and other stakeholders to ensure their life goals and aspirations are the main focus.
• Complete all tasks necessary to maintain their home and to support with personal care.
• As part of your role, you will be required to undertake shift work, including weekends and evenings, so flexibility towards working hours is key.

View the full Job Description

HERE

Why Join Us?

We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package for our colleagues, including:

• 30 days holiday pro rata (which increases with your length of service)
• Sector leading training from day one, including fully funded support to complete your necessary SVQ
• Non-contributory life assurance scheme
• Workplace Pension (Employer matched up to 9%)
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Find out more about our organisational benefits

HERE

Shift pattern includes days, evenings, sleepovers and weekends. Some contracts have waking nights – ask more for waking night rate and shift pattern.

These posts are subject to a PVG Disclosure check.All new employees must have applied to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of starting in post and be registered within 6 months.Scottish Autism cover all the costs of PVG membership and SSSC Registration for employees.